Howard Alexander

Howard L. Alexander, 74 of Jackson, died April 17, 2017, at Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau, due to complications from a fall he experienced on April 7, 2017.

He was born August 18, 1942, in Paducah, Kentucky, the youngest son of Edward and Olear (McChristian) Alexander. He married Sherron Slusmeyer August 14, 1965.

Howard graduated from Heath High School in Paducah in 1961 and from Murray State University in 1965 with a degree in Elementary Education. He received a Master’s Degree in School Administration from Murray State in 1968. He taught school in Festus, Missouri, from 1965 – 1970. He was an Elementary Principal with the Jackson School District from 1970-1986 and was Business Manager from 1986 until he retired from the field of Education in 1995. He then got his license as a real estate sales associate and worked out of the office of Century 21 Ashland Realty of Cape Girardeau from 1996 until his death. He found great satisfaction in selling homes to former students.

Howard’s civic organizations include a former member and president of the Jackson Rotary Club, active member on the Board of Directors of the Jackson Chamber of Commerce, American Red Cross, United Way, and Jackson Jaycees where he served as local president, District Director, and was Jaycees State Vice President when Missouri marched Number One in the Parade of States in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Howard was a member of New McKendree United Methodist Church where he served as former chairman of Pastor – Parish Relations Committee, and other leadership positions. He was chairman of the Hospitality Team at the South Campus location at the time of his death.

He is survived by his wife, Sherron Alexander of Jackson; a son Todd (Debra) Alexander and three granddaughters, Casey (Brandon) Kuehn, Maria (fiancé Brendan Adams) Popp, and Payton Alexander all of Cape Girardeau.

He was preceded in death by his parents and five siblings.

Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Thursday April 20, 2017, at McCombs Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Jackson.

His funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 21, 2017, at the funeral home with Rev. David Israel and Rev. Jimmie Corbin officiating.

Burial will be at 2 p.m. at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens in Paducah.

Memorials may be made to New McKendree United Methodist Church or to Jackson R-2 School Foundation.

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Howard was a true gentleman and friend to my mother, Betty Goza. They last spoke when Howard attended my fathers visitation in November 2016. Mother was so happy to see Howard and spoke of his kindness.
Mother was very saddened to read of Howard’s passing. On her behalf, and on behalf of the Goza family, our deepest condolences to Sherron and family for your loss. May God be with all of you!

April 19, 2017 at 7:28 am

Cheryl Lawrence

Sherron,

I was very sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

We were saddened to read of Howard’s death. He was a wonderful man. You will be in our prayers.

Marvin and Sandy Woodfin

April 19, 2017 at 9:43 am

Jean Fulton

Our prayers are with your family during this time. God be with you.
Ms. Jean and the KK staff

April 19, 2017 at 1:55 pm

Ken Gleason

You have my deepest sympathy, Howard was a wonderful man and we will all miss his smile.
I will keep your family in my prayers and may GOD strengthen each of you in your time of grief.

April 19, 2017 at 3:57 pm

Dixie Grantham

We were so very sorry to read of Howard’s sudden and untimely death! His smile will be missed by many. Please know we will keep you in our prayers during this difficult time, Sherron.

April 19, 2017 at 9:12 pm

Jean Graham

Sherron and Todd,
We pray for you during this time of grief. Howard was admired and respected. We enjoyed his friendship and kindness. He will be missed.
John and Jean Graham
Jan and Nick Sachse
Jeff and Rhonda Graham
Jeff and

April 19, 2017 at 9:16 pm

Lisa

Todd and family you have our sincere condolences. Many prayers for strength and healing in this difficult time.
Much Love,
George, Lisa and Caleigh

Sherron, we are so sorry about Howard. He was a gentle man who was a true man of God in his whole life to his friends and family. Words can’t express our sadness for you and your family, but please know we care and love you. Reba and Tim

April 20, 2017 at 9:27 pm

Jeff & Nicky Wendel

We just learned of Mr. Alexander’s passing. Truly sorry for your family’s loss. He was a very kind and wonderful man. He will be missed by many. Prayers!!

Sherron, Todd, and family,
We were so shocked and saddened by the loss of Howard. We enjoyed our recent visits immensely. You two were the best couple to share a duplex with. It was fun having our impromptu visits in the back yard, watermelon on your deck, and so many other times. What precious memories! Thoughts, prayers, love, hugs as you adjust to your “new normal.” Dee and Wayne

April 29, 2017 at 3:51 pm

Bobbi A Hatler

Sherron, I’m so sorry to hear about Howard. He was one of the sweetest men I’ve known. My father still remembers you both from your days in the neighborhood. My heart aches for you, for we are never ready for loss, no matter how it invades our lives. I wish I could take this hurt from you, but I will pray that God shows you your path through grief. I wish I could do more and I hope to see you again some day. Love always